Chef
| Posting date: | 01 May 2025 |
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| Salary: | £30,039.00 to £31,088.00 per year |
| Additional salary information: | £30039.00 - £31088.00 a year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 15 May 2025 |
| Location: | London, SE1 7EH |
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | C9196-25-0802 |
Summary
To organise the preparation and cooking of meals to the required standard for the both the restaurants and patients. Including special diets and Function work. Observing correct safe working procedures in accordance with the provisions of the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974. To maintain all due-diligence processes relating to cook-chill cooking procedures as stated in the food safety policy. Ensuring economical and correct use of all materials and equipment. Training new staff members in using equipment. To liaise with the Supervisor to ensure the Food Service is always to the correct standard in presentation and portion controls Assist during service and liaise with patients/customers offering assistance and advice. Involved in and keeping informed of current market trends and technical advances for food and menu content. Observing standards of hygiene and cleanliness at all times. Maintaining a neat and tidy place of work including undertaking light cleaning duties. Maintaining a neat and tidy appearance at all times. To report any mechanical or safety defects and need for repairs to the Supervisor/Team leader for immediate action. To observe and maintain the relevant Health & Safety regulations as laid out in the Food Safety Act 1990. To report any accident immediately, following the accident procedure. To ensure the correct procedures are maintained and followed for all Fire Precautions as laid out within Hospital Guidelines. Attend training courses where necessary. Safeguarding children and vulnerable adults Post holders have a general responsibility for safeguarding children and vulnerable adults in the course of their daily duties and for ensuring that they are aware of the specific duties relating to their role. Confidentiality / Data Protection / Freedom of Information Post holders must maintain the confidentiality of information about patients, staff and other health service business in accordance with the Data Protection Act of 1998. Post holders must not, without prior permission, disclose any information regarding patients or staff. If any member of staff has communicated any such information to an unauthorised person those staff will be liable to dismissal. Moreover, the Data Protection Act 1998 also renders an individual liable for prosecution in the event of unauthorised disclosure of information. Following the Freedom of Information Act (FOI) 2005, post holders must apply the Trusts FOI procedure if they receive a written request for information. with to maintain a safe working environment for patients, visitors and employees.